IBM announced it will publish a research paper this coming week demonstrating that one of its primary quantum computing algorithms can operate in real time on Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) processors — a development that may help make quantum computing more accessible and cost-effective, according to reports.

The corporation states that its algorithm, created to minimize the substantial error rates that have historically plagued quantum computers, can now function on field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), a category of chip manufactured by AMD.

These findings mark progress toward incorporating quantum error correction and control mechanisms into commercially available hardware instead of expensive, specially designed components.

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IBM also indicated that this algorithmic advancement puts them a year ahead of their planned quantum development timeline.

Quantum computers utilize qubits — which differ from conventional bits by their ability to probabilistically exist in both 0 and 1 states simultaneously — to handle information in methods impossible for standard computers. This characteristic could potentially enable them to tackle problems requiring thousands of years for even the most powerful supercomputers, including simulating intricate chemical processes or enhancing large-scale distribution networks.

However, qubits are delicate and susceptible to losing coherence or generating computational mistakes from minimal environmental disturbances, making error correction a primary obstacle in creating dependable quantum systems. IBM's algorithm, initially revealed in June, aims to identify and fix these mistakes dynamically during quantum chip operation, enabling uninterrupted and steady performance.

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IBM reports that the experiment demonstrates their algorithm can function efficiently on AMD's reprogrammable processors — technology commonly found in data centers and embedded applications — instead of requiring specialized quantum control hardware.

Jay Gambetta, IBM's vice president overseeing quantum initiatives, explained that their algorithm functions in practical applications and is compatible with affordable processors, such as those manufactured by AMD.

The findings indicate a potential route for creating combined quantum-classical computing systems that could function at reduced expenses and with accelerated development timelines.

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IBM joins other leading technology companies, including fellow cloud computing giants Microsoft and Google, in the race to create quantum computers suitable for real-world applications. Gambetta informed the news outlet that the company has established a comprehensive multi-year plan featuring the construction of an advanced system called "Starling" scheduled for completion by 2029. IBM reported that the algorithmic research showcased this week was finished one year earlier than anticipated, highlighting the company's advancement toward achieving this objective.